The MRI has been analyzed by Dr. Bakshi at the hospital and we have the following information at this time:
As you may or may not know Jake has more than one tumor. The main Thalmic tumor named Frank Sr. and a newer tumor called Frank Jr.
Frank still shows no growth after no chemo or any treatment besides Cytotron since August 20th. The two previous MRI's done in the US had some growth so the Cytotron appears to have halted Frank Sr. Jake has had improved walking and some itching in his left leg. In my opinion, his walking is significantly improved. He is also getting some itching on his left arm. Again, as Frank Sr. The Thalmic tumor affects these areas we all feel very good that we have stopped it and that hopefully Frank Sr. will check out of the Jake hotel slowly and steadily.
We do not have final results for Frank Jr. which is a tumor located in the occipital lobe near the back of his Jakes head. There is a question as to whether we are seeing some hemmoraging or growth of new blood vessels. The MRI will be reviewed by Dr. Kumar and his team and we should have results in the next couple of days. On a positive note, Jakes headaches are still gone as is the "knotty' feeling in the Frank Jr. location. From a symptom standpoint it would appear that the results for Frank Jr. will be encouraging but we really will not contemplate yet. He still has a loss of peripheral vision on his left eye. Otherwise Jake got over his fever and had one nice day and now is down again with a cold. This poor kid. We finished our last treatment today at least for the time being unless the MRI changes our plans so Jake will be able to spend the next couple of days doing nothing but sleeping if he likes. Also a positive note he has more energy and his memory seems to be getting better every day. Perhaps we just need to get through all the problems so the return trip will be pleasant.
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Hang in there Jake,
We are thinking of you and hoping your cold passes quickly. There is so much to be grateful for and this trip is most certainly a blessing for us all.
Hugs and kisses,
The Reitz Family
sock it to the Franks!! Enjoy the rest Jake (and Dan). See ya soon.
Love Terry
I am pretending the enemies of the Empire are Frank Jr. (Force Unleashed, PS3) and giving them good doses of Force Lightning.
(Voice of Emperor Palpatine) Die Frank DIE! Feel the power of the dark side, you will be crushed under the RF might of the Cytotron. FEEL MY FORCE LIGHTING FRANK, and LET JAKE GO!
Dear Jake and Dan
I am one of the many people of Indian origin in Canada praying for speedy recovery and welcome return back home. My husband is an ardent fan of your expression and composure Dan. He can not let go of the day withoout visting your page at least twice a day. We have you in our prayers always Jake - get well soon!
Crusf Franks Crush!!!
Kiran S
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